Published in 1840, and set during the Napoleonic wars, Shirley details social upheavals resulting from the industrial revolution. Robert Moore has modernized his mill, only to nearly bankrupt himself and make enemies of his workers. Desperate to recoup his fortunes, he sets his sights on the rich heiress Shirley Keeldar, though his heart belongs to another.
About the author
Charlotte Bronte (1816-1855) was the author of the classic novels Jane Eyre and Villette. Her two sisters, Emily and Anne, were also extremely talented writers, the authors, respectively, of Wuthering Heights and Agnes Grey. Charlotte’s writing brought about a new type of female character who was strong enough to overcome hardship.
Language English ● Format EPUB ● Pages 606 ● ISBN 9781411438705 ● File size 0.6 MB ● Age 99-17 years ● Publisher Barnes & Noble ● Published 2011 ● Downloadable 24 months ● Currency EUR ● ID 5862757 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM
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